An entry from "365 Days on Prayer for Women" by Stephanie Sample. From the wrong day (July 12), I like it!

BELOVED CHILD

"You are altogether beautiful, my love;
there is no flaw in you."
~ Song of Solomon 4:7 ESV

"God, you make such beautiful things! I start to list them off:  babies, flowers, sunsets, birds, snow---and I realize there is no end. More beautiful than anything by far are those I love. A mother's arms, a father's hand, a child's face all leave me breathless and filled with gratitude. Thank you, Lord, for such a lovely world. I know that to those who love me, I add to its beauty. This humbles me. In the mirror I see things I'd like to change:  flaws, imperfections, and signs of age. Behind me, hands resting proudly on my shoulders, your eyes see your beautiful, beloved child. To you, I am more beautiful than the sunset. I am as lovely as a rose."

"Do you know that God sees you as beautiful?"

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